A dragon boat racing team in Orlando, Florida, brings together police officers and inner-city youth to build trust and teamwork through sport.
“Paddling Away Prejudice through an Ancient Water Sport”
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A dragon boat racing team in Orlando, Florida, brings together police officers and inner-city youth to build trust and teamwork through sport.
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Orlando police officer John Demshock teams up with local youth to form a dragon boat racing team. Against a backdrop of social divides, participants including Turquoisia McNabb and Renita Osselyn navigate initial mistrust. Through the sport, they learn teamwork and communication. The 64-minute documentary, directed by Brett Gerking, captures their shared experiences and the connections forged in a city marked by opportunity and disparity.
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- Meet police officers and youth in Orlando's dragon boat team.
- Find out how teamwork changes community perceptions.
- See the impact of sport on social divides.
Did You Know
- The documentary features a dragon boat racing team formed in Orlando, Florida.
- Director Brett Gerking created 'Dueling Dragons' in 2017.
- The film has a runtime of 64 minutes.
- The cast includes five individuals: Turquoisia McNabb, Renita Osselyn, Andrea Eliscu, John Demshock, and Aaron Soroka.
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Who directed the documentary Dueling Dragons?
Brett Gerking directed the documentary Dueling Dragons.
What is the main activity featured in Dueling Dragons?
The main activity featured in Dueling Dragons is dragon boat racing.
What year was Dueling Dragons released?
Dueling Dragons was released in 2017.
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